The Bass Coast Rural Engagement Group was formed in 2013 as an advisory group to Council to ensure an open, productive relationship between Council and representatives of the agricultural sector.

Committee Positions Available

We have open positions on our committee and are looking for people who want to get involved.

As a member, you’ll help support Council’s strategic goals, protecting our natural environment, strengthening the local economy, and promoting a healthy, thriving community.

To express your interest please fill out the form below.

Rural Engagement Group members

The appointed members of the group include:

• Peter McLaren
• Barb Stewart
• Marie Trigg
• Kevin Chamberlin
• Shaun Ritchie
• Ric Oldham
• Lisa Huitson
• Luke Soussa
• John Kilsby
• Joel Geoghegan - Bass Coast Landcare Network representative
• Graham Wood - Victorian Farmers Federation representative
• Rod Hayes - Food and Fibre Gippsland representative

The group is chaired by Cr Tim O'Brien.

We ask that our committee members agree to the following:

1. Attend in-person two-hour meetings on a quarterly basis.
2. Actively contribute constructively in meetings.
3. Agree to abide by the Rural Engagement Group Terms of Reference.

You can sign up to be on the committee for a minimum one or two-year term.